If you work on your fitness for the purpose of playing better golf, you will be thrilled if your conditioning starts to pay off with lower scores. However, that is only one of the benefits that you may enjoy. It is also possible that you’ll be able to play more golf moving forward as a result of your efforts.

Golf is a game which can lead to a variety of injuries. While it is not nearly as physical as many other sports, it can still lead to injuries – especially those of the repetitive-stress variety. By playing the game with a higher overall level of fitness, you may be able to avoid some of the common injuries that plague many golfers. Your improved fitness is no guarantee of injury avoidance, of course, but it does put you in a good position. With any lucky, you’ll be able to keep making tee times on a regular basis for many years to come.

For reference, we have listed below some of the common issues that golfers run into as a result of playing this game.

• Back pain and stiffness. This is perhaps the most common health issue for golfers. Since there is so much twisting involved in swinging a golf club, it is extremely common for players to have back trouble at one point or another. Some golfers have back issues chronically, while others are fortunate enough to only have these problems pop up from time to time. Unfortunately, this is an issue which may not be helped much by improved fitness, as even those players who are in good shape may run into back trouble.
• Wrist injuries. The act of taking a divot with an iron is a relatively violent proposition, as the club is effectively slamming into the ground at a high rate of speed. If you wind up taking a bit more turf than expected on a given shot, you may injure one of your wrists. While this risk can’t be completely avoided, building strength in your hands and wrists can help you withstand these impacts.
• Blisters. You might laugh at first when thinking about this point, since blisters don’t seem like a big deal. However, if you have ever tried to play a full round of golf with a blister in the wrong spot, you know just how painful it can be. Blisters commonly affect golfers on the feet and the hands, although experienced players tend to have callouses in important spots which protect them somewhat.

Improving your level of fitness is likely to be a good thing for your life in general, let alone your golf game. However, if it takes golf to motivate you to get active and improve your physical fitness, then you can consider this just another benefit of playing this wonderful game. Remember, check with your doctor before starting a workout routine. Good luck!